One Thing I Love...

One thing I love - there are so many but today I focus on one - is that where these three are together, you can guarantee there is laughter! Carl frequently, as soon as Jon gets in the door from work, will run to the living room carpet and request to be tickled, "tickle me daddy!" Brianna quickly joins in and before you know it, uncontrollable laughter has erupted! It really is hilarious to watch them go to a point where they almost can't breath because they are laughing so hard, recover, then ask for more. It is quite something.

I love that Jon can put smiles on all of our faces in a matter of seconds (I think we could start our very own variety show). One of the many reasons I fell in love with him. Here's to laughter today! Enjoy a good laugh with someone you love!

Phew... We do still exist.

For those that check back from time to time - I apologize for the laps in blog posts!
For those that haven't checked in a few months - welcome back (I include myself in this category)!!

The last few months have been a little blurry for us! We have been keeping super busy - Jon's work and work functions, 2 rambunctious ready for winter to be over kids, church, a few house projects on the house, managing ice dams and the knee high snow on the roof, church, a women's retreat, outdoor activities when it hasn't been too cold out, and time with family and friends. Oh, and one more, adjusting to a new job! That's right, as of December 15th, I am now working 15 hours a week for our church.  Which means we've spent the last few months adjusting to and balancing our "church work" and our "24/7 work" or really just LIFE! It's taken a few months to really settle into a groove, but I think we're finally getting it. After all, it had been just about 4 years since having Brianna then deciding to stay home full time. I think a few months is acceptable!

Besides just taking time to figure all these new things out and adjust, it has been such a joy to be using my brain in this new capacity. My title is Project Manager, which means I might be asked to do just about anything but layered in there is a focus on communications. It's perfect for me since I love to work on many different types of tasks and I like to tinker! Carl really enjoys his time at the office too! When Brianna goes to preschool in the morning, Carl and I head into the office - which is literally right across the street. (talk about convenient!)

I've been so thankful for my mom, Jon's mom, my two sisters, and some friends that have helped me watch B & C on the days I have a meeting. They have loved the added time with Grandmas and Aunts, and I've been blessed to know they are in good hands!

SO... if you don't see consistent blog posts from me for a while, it means I'm choosing family time over screen time! As much as I'd love to keep you up to date, in some seasons of life, it's just not in the cards. However!! You are welcome to stop on by and see what we're up to!